Presidential Council of Alumnae

2019 Meeting Dates: September 19 & 20

About PCA

Michigan Technological University Presidential Council of Alumnae (PCA) members are recognized for personal and professional achievements in all facets of life,
including education and career excellence and community involvement/volunteerism and
current/previous relationship with Michigan Tech. Members meet annually on campus
for activities that support the University’s strategic plan and focus on specific
tasks at the request of the President.

Members of the Presidential Council of Alumnae enhance the University’s outreach on
campus and off in countless ways, including:

PCA Meetings/Events—Annual meetings feature networking opportunities between PCA members
and interaction with Michigan Tech faculty, staff, and students

Classroom Visits—Members are occasionally asked to be role-model speakers in Michigan
Tech classes

Corporate Recruiting Visits—Several PCA members return to Michigan Tech to recruit
students and new graduates to work in their companies.

Advisory Boards—Many members serve on corporate or other departmental advisory boards.

Philanthropy—PCA members assist the Office of Advancement with fundraising initiatives,
including support of the Presidential Council of Alumnae Scholarship program.

Workshops/Seminars—PCA members lead seminars open to all members of the Michigan Tech
community. Sessions cover topics ranging from opportunities in different industries
to gender issues on the job to how to make the most of your time at Michigan Tech.

Mentoring—PCA members attend the Society of Women Engineer's Dine With Industry event
and Summer Youth Program’s Women in Engineering sessions to serve as role models and
answer questions and provide insights.

Visits with High School Students—PCA members carry the Michigan Tech message to high
schools or college fairs in their areas.

Alumni Events—Members attend a variety of Michigan Tech Alumni events, both on and
off campus, including the annual Alumni Reunion and regional gatherings.